Each year, parents are faced with big decisions to make about their child’s summer experience.  With so many options: traditional days camps, overnight camps, sports camps, art camps, and more, how do parents even begin to choose which fit is best for their child?

Traditional day camps are camps that offer a wide variety of activities.  At J&R Day Camp, we offer program areas such as swimming, sports, arts and crafts, archery, outdoor adventure, nature, music, cooking, garden, and so much more.  Campers participate in these activities daily, as well as theme days and camp-wide activities, like flagpole and Shabbat.  So why traditional day camp over other camps?  Traditional day camps offer unique benefits for campers that you can’t quite get from other camps.

Broadening Horizons

One of the great things about traditional day camps is that campers participate in a variety of activities each day, instead of focusing on one specific thing.  This allows campers to be pushed outside of their comfort zone, try new things, and discover new interests, all while harvesting and growing in any existing areas of interest.

Independence and Autonomy

Day camps can be a child’s first independent experience away from their parents.  Campers have the opportunity to be to strengthen skills such as making new friends, trying new activities and taking risks, taking responsibility for their own belongings, and problem-solving skills.  These experiences allow campers to build independence and autonomy while still returning to the comfort of their homes each evening.

Building Community

Traditional day camp experiences provide an opportunity for campers to bond over more than just one thing.  Program-specific camps tend to attract campers of similar age, gender, interest, etc.  A traditional day camp setting attracts a wide range of campers, allowing for connections and relationships to build across a broader scale.

These are just some of the benefits your camper will gain at J&R Day Camp.  We know the decision about which summer camp is the best fit for your child does not come lightly.  We are here to support you and your child as you navigate this decision.